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A review by hayleygray
The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This was such an easy and fun (yet, emotional) read that I really enjoyed. The overall story was so well-written and the different narrative styles helped with character-building as both Tiffy and Leon's personalities were shown through the ways that they speak.
There was a strong focus on emotional abuse and trauma which I think O'Leary dealt with well as she highlighted the ignorance of some people towards emotional abuse in comparison to physical abuse – yet, she also included progression and development of those people through education and experience towards an accepting and helpful mindset.
I liked the majority of the characters (even with their flaws) and got through the book pretty fast because I enjoyed reading it. It was the cheesy, easy and emotional romance that I craved.
There was a strong focus on emotional abuse and trauma which I think O'Leary dealt with well as she highlighted the ignorance of some people towards emotional abuse in comparison to physical abuse – yet, she also included progression and development of those people through education and experience towards an accepting and helpful mindset.
I liked the majority of the characters (even with their flaws) and got through the book pretty fast because I enjoyed reading it. It was the cheesy, easy and emotional romance that I craved.
Graphic: Emotional abuse
Minor: Death